Calendar of Events

Next Weekend is just around the corner! Every season in Lake County creates long-lasting memories. Take an adventure through nature at one of the Lake County Forest Preserves or our state natural areas like Illinois Beach State Park, Chain O'Lakes State Park or Volo Bog State Natural Area. Dine on the delectable bites by eating alfresco or devour world-class cuisine in the comfort of your home with curbside pickup, takeout or delivery. Our local wineries, breweries and distilleries offer sumptuous spirits, vibrant vinos and breathtaking brews compliments of the Lake County Libation Trail. Peruse the calendar of events to see what's going on this month and beyond in the land of lakes!

Weekend Watch: Lake County's Top Five Things To Do This Weekend

Scoop Waukegan, Tim Meadows at Laughs at the Lighthouse and Ice Cream Social at Bowen Park

Lake Zurich Triathlon: Swim, Bike, Run!

16th Annual Dog Days of Summer Returns to Libertyville

Harborpalooza Returns with Live Music, Craft Beer and Market Finds

Bristol Renaissance Faire Now Open for the Season

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Jul. 8

Dan Tyminski Band at Ravinia Festival

7/8/25
Throughout his 30+ year career, Dan Tyminski has left his mark in every cor...
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Jul. 8

Career Expo: Table Games and Food and Beverage at American Place Casino

7/8/25
Join us Tuesday, July 8, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for American Place Casino&r...
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Jul. 9

Open Rehearsal with Violinist and Piano & Strings Artistic Director Midori at Ravinia Festival

7/9/25
The Piano & Strings Program at the Steans Institute focuses on interpre...
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Jul. 9

Chucho Valdés, Paquito D’Rivera & Arturo Sandoval at Ravinia Festival

7/9/25
With a career spanning over 60 years, Cuban pianist, composer, and bandlead...
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Jul. 9

Louis Glunz Wines Tasting Grayslake

7/9/25
Swing by beautiful Grayslake this Wednesday and peruse one of the best ...
Explore Events @ Beer Bazaar

Jul. 9

2025 Bears Training Camp by LRS

7/9/25
Get close to the action. Training camp is back. This summer, get an up-clos...
Explore Events @ Halas Hall; Fans will be Shuttled in from Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills

Jul. 10

The RESET at Ravinia Festival

7/10/25
“A beautiful magician of the soul” praises Eat, Pray, Love auth...
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Jul. 10

2nd Thursday Nite Bites in North Chicago

7/10/25
North Chicago is REVVING up their successful Food Truck Night events! Every...
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Jul. 10

Nicole Devine at Tighthead

7/10/25
LIVE MUSIC:Thursday, July 10, 20257:00PM 9:00PM...
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Jul. 10

Lady A at Zion Park District

7/10/25
Get ready for a soulful evening of old-school R&B and blues with yours ...
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Jul. 10

The Disco Circus at Gurnee Park District

7/10/25
THE DISCO CIRCUS at the Gurnee Park District...Viking Park (4374 Old Grand)...
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Jul. 10

John Hughes: The Backstory in Deerfield

7/10/25
Forty years ago, John Hughes gave a voice to the emotional roller coaster t...
Explore Events @ Patty Turner Center

Jul. 10

Georgia Peach Stop at Gale Street Inn

7/10/25
Peach season is back! We grow and hand-pick our peaches just for...
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Jul. 10

Broadway takes center stage at Food Truck Thursdays in Highland Park

7/10/25
Food Truck Thursdays in the Ravinia District will host a special Broadway-t...
Explore Events @ Jens Jensen Park

Jul. 10

Poke Bowls + Yuzu Shochu Mule Mixology at The Joyful Gourmet

7/10/25
Join Chef Laura Claude for a fun and flavorful hands-on cooking class focus...
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Jul. 11

Chamber Music Afternoon at Ravinia Festival

7/11/25
The Piano & Strings Program at the Steans Institute focuses on interpre...
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Jul. 11

89th Residency Opening Night at Ravinia Festival

7/11/25
The Chicago Symphony Orchestra begins its 89th summer season at the Ravinia...
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Jul. 11

Fox Lake Friday Night Live: Fun with Fishing with Johnny Russler and the Beach Bum Band

7/11/25
The Village of Fox Lake is excited to invite you to join their all-new even...
Explore Events @ Lakefront Park and Beach

Jul. 11

Candles & Cannolis DIY at Romney Candle

7/11/25
Candles & Cannolis: A Sweet, Hands-On Night Out in Grayslake, IllinoisR...
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Jul. 11

Glow & Gather at Heller Nature Center

7/11/25
Calling all citizen scientists! Join us in monitoring the firefly populatio...
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Jul. 11

Family Friday

7/11/25
Family FridayFridays, July 11, 25; August 1, 8, 10–11 am | Ages 0&nda...
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Jul. 11

Ice Cream Social at Bowen Park

7/11/25
The Waukegan Park District is hosting an Ice Cream Social & Scavenger H...
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Jul. 11

Tim Meadows at American Place Casino

7/11/25
Join comedy legend Tim Meadows for a night of unforgettable laughs! A ten-s...
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Jul. 11

Family Swim Night

7/11/25
Come join us for a fun-filled evening at Goldfish Swim School - Mundelein! ...
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Jul. 11

Hairspray Sing-A-Long at Wayfarer Theaters

7/11/25
Wayfarer Theaters, in partnership with Uptown Music Theater of Highland Par...
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Jul. 11

Movies in the Park at Jewett Park

7/11/25
Grab your best picnic blanket and join us for a FREE outdoor movie at the r...
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Jul. 11

Summer Ribeye and Cast Iron at The Joyful Gourmet

7/11/25
Join Chef Drew for an unforgettable evening that celebrates summer flavors,...
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Jul. 11 - Jul. 12

Scoop Waukegan 2025

7/11/25 - 7/12/25
Scoop Waukegan is a car show held in Waukegan, Illinois. It's a summer ...
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Jul. 12

The Bohemian Spirit of Piano & Strings at Ravinia Festival

7/12/25
Steans faculty member and acclaimed violist Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt join...
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Jul. 12

Gershwin's Concerto in F at Ravinia Festival

7/12/25
Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet joins Chief Conductor Marin Alsop and the Chica...
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Jul. 12

Food Truck Series at Deer Park Town Center

7/12/25
Calling all Foodies! The Food Trucks are returning to Deer Park Town Center...
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Jul. 12

Grayslake 5K Family Fun Run and Walk

7/12/25
Join the Grayslake Area Chamber of Commerce for the annual Grayslake 5K Fam...
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